Great escape on Lay Lake. Listed below recent appraised value. 170 ft +/- of waterfront, sits on . 87 of an acre with a circle drive way for easy entry & exit. An open floor plan for entertaining with cathedral & vaulted ceilings in this like new 3 bedrooms 2 bath lake front home. You wont recognize this newly remodeled (between 2011-2018) and additions added to this lake home including a family room, master bedroom & master bath, total kitchen redo with new appliances, cabinets, work island with breakfast bar, granite countertops, back splash, plus many other upgrades and improvements throughout (list is available). Outside improvements new roof 2013, new HVAC 2015, new windows, vinyl siding replaced, sundeck, fenced back yard, gutters, walkway to the pier, screened in porch, covered front porch, sidewalk from driveway to sundeck, & many more improvements, see list. All paved roads to the property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Peggy Hall• RealtySouth - Chilton II
Bought with Roxanne Clemons• Lake Homes Realty of Central A
Great escape on Lay Lake. Listed below recent appraised value. 170 ft +/- of waterfront, sits on . 87 of an acre with a circle drive way for easy entry & exit. An open floor plan for entertaining with cathedral & vaulted ceilings in this like new 3 bedrooms 2 bath lake front home. You wont recognize this newly remodeled (between 2011-2018) and additions added to this lake home including a family room, master bedroom & master bath, total kitchen redo with new appliances, cabinets, work island with breakfast bar, granite countertops, back splash, plus many other upgrades and improvements throughout (list is available). Outside improvements new roof 2013, new HVAC 2015, new windows, vinyl siding replaced, sundeck, fenced back yard, gutters, walkway to the pier, screened in porch, covered front porch, sidewalk from driveway to sundeck, & many more improvements, see list. All paved roads to the property.
Greater Alabama MLS #1285271
Jul 29, 2021
Sold
$399,900
$213/sq ft
Jul 28, 2021
Delisted
—
Jul 9, 2021
Contingent
—
Jun 23, 2021
Relisted
—
Jun 13, 2021
Contingent
—
Jun 5, 2021
Price Changed
$399,900
$213/sq ft
May 12, 2021
Listed
$419,900
$224/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 2011
Sold
$142,000
$76/sq ft
MAAR #279581
Feb 28, 2011
Sold
$142,000
$76/sq ft
Nov 3, 2010
Listed
$149,900
$80/sq ft
+14
Waterfront cottage in a great area in Shelby County all paved roads to property. This cute 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage would make a great starter home on the lake or a weekend retreat. The cozy home has an open floor plan for entertaining, it has been updated with hardwood floors granite in the bath and custom cabinets through out. Large yard front and back with lots of privacy any many fruit trees. Sit on the back porch and enjoy the waterview of Waxahatchee Creek. Walkway to pier where you can sit and fish for hours.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,436 (+1.2%)
2024
$3,394 (+7.3%)
2023
$3,164 (+7.4%)
2022
$2,946 (+253.0%)
2021
$835 (+9.5%)
2020
$762 (+2.5%)
2019
$744 (−4.5%)
2018
$779 (+2.7%)
2017
$759 (+2.6%)
2016
$740 (+21.7%)
$7,000 + $10,745
$17,745
2013
$608
$7,000 + $6,745
$13,745
Tax history for 255 Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,436 (+1.2%)
2024
$3,394 (+7.3%)
2023
$3,164 (+7.4%)
2022
$2,946 (+253.0%)
2021
$835 (+9.5%)
2020
$762 (+2.5%)
2019
$744 (−4.5%)
2018
$779 (+2.7%)
2017
$759 (+2.6%)
2016
$740 (+21.7%)
$7,000 + $10,745
$17,745
2013
$608
$7,000 + $6,745
$13,745
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
170 ft.
Lot depth
353 ft.
Lot size
1.38 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
1,921
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
33 7 35 0 002 005.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Circular Drive
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Separate Vanities, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
BBQ Area, Boats-Motorized Allowed, Fishing, Sidewalks, Skiing Allowed, Street Lights, Swimming Allowed, Water Access
Property Information
Parcel ID: 337350002005000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Appraiser
Historic Register: No
Construction: Siding-Other
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: Yes
Lake/Water View
Lot Description: Heavy Treed Lot
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.87
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): WILDWOOD SHORES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: COUNTY
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Underground Utils
Internet Service Provider: At&t
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
School Information
SHELBY
Elementary School: SHELBY
Jr/Middle: COLUMBIANA
High School: SHELBY COUNTY
Location Details
Property Access: Paved Road
Minor Subdivision: WILDWOOD SHORES
Driving Directions: I-65 So to Jemison/Thorsby Exit 219, L onto Co Rd 42 for 6 miles, L onto Al 145 for 4.7 mi, R onto Co Rd 47 for 2.8 Mi, slight L onto Joe White Rd/CR 422 for 1.1 mi, stay slight R to turn onto Wildwood Rd for 0.3 Mi, L onto Ridge Ln, R onto Ridge Dr to property on the Left
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,921
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Shelby County
APN: 33 7 35 0 002 005.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2021-05-13
Price Per SQFT: 213.17
Around this home
Schools
Shelby Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.4mi
9/10
Columbiana Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.9mi
6/10
Shelby County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.2mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Shelby, AL • 35143
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$479,000 – $579,000
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